Follow all guidelines for proper preparation of products, cake set up, ice cakes, decorate, etc. -Understand and follow the authorized recipes strictly. -Ice, decorate and finish cakes for customer special orders using airbrush, mixers, and computer photo producer. Train others in cake decorating basics. -Stock and replenish counters with pastries, rotate merchandise for outdated product. Date and organize product in the case, the back, coolers and freezers. -Read and comprehend labels, instruct... more details
JOB BRIEF
-Follow all guidelines for proper preparation of products, cake set up, ice cakes, decorate, etc.
-Understand and follow the authorized recipes strictly.
-Ice, decorate and finish cakes for customer special orders using airbrush, mixers, and computer photo producer. Train others in cake decorating basics.
-Stock and replenish counters with pastries, rotate merchandise for outdated product. Date and organize product in the case, the back, coolers and freezers.
-Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and basic items related to the job.
-Locate, read and follow production table or lists.
-Be familiar with department specials, ads, flyers, etc. and communicate these to the customers.
-Follow established procedures when operating bakery equipment including a cash register. Figure mathematical calculations including prices paid and change to be given.
-Handle customer requests and complaints promptly and courteously, follow the proper procedures for directing customers in obtaining refunds, returns, or exchanges and courteously explain price discrepancies to customers.
-Complete Opening, Crunch and Closing procedures as directed.
-Complete necessary paperwork to count down register.
-Understand and follow procedures established for the department, as well as cleaning and proper assembly and disassembly of the equipment.
-Understand and follow food safety procedures (for example: hand washing, refrigeration of product, etc.).
-Follow all policies and procedures designed to protect the company’s assets at all times.
-Maintain a clean and safe work and shopping area.
Secondary Job Duties:
-Restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
-Sweep floors, clean utensils and work tables, wipe counter tops, and front of display cases.
-Keep display cases, cooler and freezer organized and clean; clean walls, fans, drains, and equipment.
-Present favorable impression in dress, personal hygiene and business attitude.
-Notify management of associate theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark downs or property defacement.
-Other duties assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
-High School diploma or equivalent experience.
-Must be 18 years of age or older.
-Must demonstrate knowledge of baking techniques.
-Must be able to work as a team member and interact positively with customers.
-Capable of following verbal directions.
COMPETENCIES
Never- 0%, Occasionally- 1-33%, Frequently- 34-66%, Continuously- 67-100%
Physical Demands:
-Occasionally- Sitting, pushing and pulling up to 150 lbs., climbing up to 6 foot height, kneeling, and crouching.
-Frequently- Carrying up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 10 lbs., bending, balancing, stooping, and reaching waist/overhead level.
-Continuously- Standing on tile/concrete, walking on tile/concrete, manual dexterity, talking, seeing, hearing and smelling.
Safety Risk Factors:
-Occasionally-Loud noise, cluttered floor surface, contact with skin irritant, toxic exposure (see Material Safety Data Sheets), nuisance dust, fumes, sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
-Frequently-Twisting of back and neck, slippery floor surface, and contact with sharp objects.
-Continuously-hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts)
Other:
-Varied, irregular schedules.
-Working environment involves inside store location with controlled temperatures.
